Artist Grants

federal government earmarks funds for states and local governments to award recipients based on their proposal relevancy and geographical location.”

When applying for a grant, it’s important to consider which grant will fit you best as an artist, and what you’re looking for within a grant. Grants can be projectbased, identity driven, collaborative and educational, and be helpful in cases of emergencies.

“Project-Based Grants: Project-based grants are usually government-sponsored or organizational funding for arts programming, public works, and exhibitions. Whether it’s for a mural, a performance art piece, or an educational event, project-based grants can be awarded to a single artist or a group of artists. In addition, project-based grants may require artists who haven’t worked together before to collaborate with one another.

Identity-Driven Grants: Many grants that support funding for artists looking to create art about and around identity. These types of grants usually require a strong artist statement and portfolio.

Collaborative & Educational Grants: Grants that require artists to work alongside teams are popular because they can have bigger, more flexible budgets. Oftentimes, they involve an artistin-residency program, group exhibition, or a programming event.

Emergency Grants: When people hear “emergency grants”, they often think